To raise a quill-stem (older threaded headset) handlebar: loosen the stem bolt on top, lift the bars, retighten. To raise a threadless (modern Aheadset) handlebar: remove the stem cap and bolt, slide spacers from below the stem to above it, replace cap and bolt. Threadless stems can only go as high as the steerer tube … Read more
In the world of cycling tech, there always seem to be new things that offer the potential to either revolutionize the industry…
Oftentimes, working on your bike can be just as satisfying as riding it. A question often asked by our readers and watchers is, “How do you install a rear derailleur?”
Cycling is great fun, and little else can beat a good day out on the bike.
When you’re a cyclist, it is always good to learn how to fix your own bike. One of the most worthwhile jobs to learn is how to replace a bike brake cable.
Having your brakes working properly is vital. Although many people think it’s a complicated process, it’s a very easy job that doesn’t take long.
Bikes these days can easily set you back thousands of dollars, and the constant need to replace certain parts only increases the cost. So, it’s worth doing everything possible to ensure that your bike and its components last as long as possible.
But what are some good tips to make your bike last longer? And how can you ensure that your components don’t need replacing very often?
BikeTips expert Robbie Ferri walks you through the 10 Essential Bike Tools every cyclist should keep in their garage to save unnecessary trips to the mechanic.
Keeping your bike chain in tip-top condition is vital. The better you look after your bike, the longer it’s going to last and the more it will perform while you’re out cycling. One exciting new development many cyclists have taken to is using bike chain wax. The process of waxing a bike chain is actually … Read more
To remove a bike cassette: you need two tools — a chain whip (holds the cassette steady) and a cassette lockring tool (loosens the lockring). Slot the lockring tool into the cassette’s lockring, wrap the chain whip around one of the larger cogs in the direction that resists rotation, then turn the lockring tool counter-clockwise … Read more
To pump a bike tire: identify the valve type (Schrader = wide car-style; Presta = narrow with a screw-on tip), unscrew the lockring on a Presta or remove the cap on a Schrader, attach the pump head firmly, and inflate to the pressure printed on the tire sidewall (usually 80–100 psi for road, 35–50 psi … Read more